Water / Waste Water Segment Development Leader
Ppg
Lead growth strategy for protective coatings in US/Canada water & wastewater market.
9 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Pittsburgh, PA
Hybrid
Company Size
47,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Coatings
Paints
Specialty Products
Industrial Solutions
Performance Coatings
Automotive Refinish
Architectural Coatings
Aerospace Coatings
Sector Specialisms
Aerospace
Automotive OEM
Automotive Refinish
Industrial Coatings
Packaging Coatings
Protective & Marine Coatings
Civil Infrastructure
Offshore
Role
What you would be doing
technical liaison
standard development
product development
market analysis
sales growth
team leadership
- Represent PPG at industry conferences and events with speaking engagements as a thought-leader and technical expert.
- Grow profitable sales by expanding market share through new accounts and new product initiatives.
- Provide leadership and coaching to the Protective Coatings Sales Team to achieve segment sales goals.
- Drive development of long-term partnerships with key accounts, including municipalities, engineering firms, general contractors and coatings applicators.
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to identify growth opportunities and adjust strategies as needed.
- Collaborate with marketing to create and deploy campaigns and materials tailored to the W/WW market.
- Serve as the primary technical and commercial liaison for major W/WW projects, providing expertise on product selection and specifications.
- Engage with the industry’s regulatory, advocacy and accreditation bodies, such as ANSI, AWWA and AMPP, to develop technical standards to ensure the company’s product offerings remain competitive and compliant.
- Develop, own and execute the overall business strategy for the W/WW protective coatings segment.
- Collaborate with R&D and product management to identify and champion new product development ideas based on market needs.
What you bring
leadership
analytical
bachelor's
project management
10+ years
business acumen
- Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong understanding of distributor networks and requirements to be successful
- Strong business acumen demonstrating ability analyze data for market growth
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and a data-driven approach to decision-making.
- U.S. Citizens, Green Card holders, and political asylees or refugees are eligible to apply
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, business, or related degree
- Strong understanding and rigor around project management, including working with cross-functional teams
- At least 10 years’ experience in strategy, marketing, or sales within the coatings industry
- Ability to travel as needed
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Visa Sponsorship- only u.s. citizens, green card holders, political asylees or refugees may apply; no visa sponsorship.
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1883
Historical Milestone
This reflects the company's long-standing presence and contributions to the industry over more than a century.
- A global leader in coatings and specialty materials.
- A history of innovation has enabled the development of cutting-edge products for diverse industries worldwide.
- Serves multiple sectors, including automotive, aerospace, industrial, and consumer goods.
- Strong presence in more than 70 countries with a vast portfolio of products and services.
- Provides high-performance coatings to help businesses protect and beautify their assets.
- Products are used across industries ranging from automotive to marine and construction.
- Research and development efforts focus on creating sustainable and durable solutions.
- Expanded market position through strategic acquisitions in recent years.
- Recognized as a leader in materials science and coatings technology.
- Operate safe and healthful workplaces by trusting and rewarding employees.
- Cultivate a sense of belonging and harness diversity to drive innovation.
- Conduct business ethically and compliantly.
- Minimize environmental impact through operations.
- Deliver innovative products and solutions to maximize customer asset performance.
- Create mutual value through partnerships with suppliers and customers.
- Deliver positive change in the communities where operations occur.
- Partner with customers to create mutual value.
- Unite as a global team to represent 'One PPG'.
- Trust employees daily in every aspect of work.
- Strive for continuous improvement to achieve better outcomes.
50% by 2030
GHG Emissions Reduction Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
30% by 2030
Scope 3 GHG Emissions Target
Target to reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions validated by SBTi.
41%
Sustainably Advantaged Products
Percentage of sales from sustainably advantaged products in 2024.
48%
Process Waste Management
Percentage of process waste reused, recycled, or recovered in 2024.
- Committed to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 50% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
- Committed to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 30% by 2030 from a 2019 base year (SBTi-validated)
- 6% reduction in scope 3 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
- 18% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions in 2024 vs. 2019 baseline
- 28% reduction in water intensity at priority sites in water-stressed areas in 2024
- 98% of key suppliers assessed against sustainability and social responsibility criteria in 2024
- Completed on-site solar installation in Caivano, Italy reducing ~390 metric tons CO₂ annually
- Joined Make it Zero initiative in April 2025 to reduce scope 3 emissions in DIY sector
Over 8,600 members
Employee Networks Growth
Eight Employee Resource Networks expanded to over 8,600 members across more than 60 countries in 2023.
32% Female Representation
Global Workforce Diversity
In 2023, 32% of non-frontline, global female professionals were represented in the workforce.
42% Participation Goal
Program Growth
The company aims for 42% global participation in Employee Resource Networks and DE&I programs by 2025.
9,809 Trained
DE&I Training
Since 2020, 9,809 people managers and employees have participated in allyship, inclusion, and DE&I hiring training.
- DE&I learning journeys launched globally for all employees and leaders since 2020
- Over 24,000 participants attended ERN events and DE&I learning experiences in 2023
- Increased non-frontline U.S. headcount since 2021: Black +42%, Latino +44%, Asian +26%
- 35 DE&I Listen & Learn sessions held in 2023 with more than 2,100 employees participating
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